Emma vs Lottie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emma

Girl #2 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2
Total SSA Count
13,485
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Em, Emmy

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Lottie

Girl #676 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free woman"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#676
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lott, Lottie is itself a nickname for Charlotte

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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Lottie Rank #676

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #676 for Lottie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Lottie ___

  • Lottie Mae
  • Lottie Rose
  • Lottie Pearl
  • Lottie Grace
  • Lottie Jane
  • Lottie Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Lottie

Nellie Bertie Archie Millie Winnie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Lottie more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Lottie at #676 in the United States.

What do Emma and Lottie mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Lottie means "free woman" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Emma and Lottie boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Lottie is primarily a girl name.

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